Observance
Is everything open on Christmas Eve?
Thursday, December 24, 2026
Not a federal holiday, but many businesses close early. Banks are open with shortened hours; the stock market trades a half day.
| Place | Status |
|---|---|
| Banks | Limited hours |
| Federal offices & courts | Limited hours |
| Post office (USPS) | Limited hours Post offices open with reduced hours; last-minute mail should be sent well before. |
| UPS & FedEx | Limited hours |
| Stock market (NYSE/Nasdaq) | Limited hours NYSE and Nasdaq close early at 1:00 p.m. ET. |
| Public schools | Closed |
| Major retailers (Walmart, Target) | Limited hours Stores typically open but close early (often 4–6 p.m.) to let staff leave for the holiday. |
| Grocery stores | Limited hours |
| Restaurants | Limited hours |
| DMV & local government | Limited hours |